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Kashmir 1990: When Militants Banned Family Planning at Gunpoint !

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the winter of 1990, as the world watched the mass exodus of Kashmiri Pandits and the collapse of civil administration, a darker, more intimate engineering was taking place behind closed doors. While cinema halls were being padlocked and beauty parlors shuttered, another target was marked by the militants: the Kashmir 1990 family Planning. This wasn't just ideological talk—it was a campaign...
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When a Kashmiri Muslim  Offered His Kidney to  V.P Singh!

In 1997, a Budgam youth offered his kidney to PM V.P. Singh, citing his integrity and secularism. Discover this extraordinary story of Kashmiri devotion amidst political chaos.
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Political Resurgence or Marginalization? Kashmiri Pandits and the 2024 Assembly Elections

(By: K R Ishan) As Jammu and Kashmir prepares for its first Assembly elections since the abrogation of Article 370, the political landscape reflects...
Jammu & Kashmir-Politics

Janmashtami in Kashmir’s Tumultuous 1990s

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Circa 1991: In the tranquil yet troubled village of Batgund, Handwara,Kashmir nestled in the scenic district of Kupwara, the Koul family clung...
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

Miru Pandit: Guardian of Kashmir’s Legacy during Mughal Era

Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the annals of Kashmir's rich history, few figures stand out as vividly as Miru Pandit, a man who bridged the ancient...
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Iqbal’s ‘Sare Jahan Se Achha’: India’s  Anthem, Pakistan’s Paradox!

(Kashmir Rechords Independence Day Special) "Saare Jahan Se Achha Hindustan Hamara" is a foundational patriotic poem, penned by  Muhammad Iqbal in 1904. Originally written for...
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A Kashmiri Pandit Governor Who Knew Pashto!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the annals of pre-independence India, the name Rai Bahadur Dewan Manmohan Kaul stands out, not just for his administrative prowess...
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

Pandit Brij Mohan Dattatreya : A Forgotten Luminary with Kashmir Connection!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Pandit Brij Mohan Dattatreya, known by his penname "Kaifi Dehlavi" or simply "Kaifi," was a distinguished writer of Urdu, Persian, and Sanskrit...
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1863: First Indian Calcutta High Court Judge Was a Kashmiri!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In an unprecedented achievement, Justice Shambunath Pandit, a Kashmiri Pandit, became the first Indian judge of the Calcutta High Court in 1863....
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When Kashmiri Pandits United to Aid 1903 Kashmir Flood Victims!

The heartwarming saga of the Kashmiri Pandits' response to the July 1903 floods and drought underscores an enduring connection to their homeland. Despite geographical separation, their bond with Kashmir remained unbreakable. Their collective efforts not only alleviated immediate suffering but also contributed to the long-term development of the region
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The Failed Agra Summit: How a Kashmiri-Origin Bureaucrat Thwarted Musharraf’s Plans

(Kashmir Rechords Desk) Twenty-three years ago, on July 16, 2001, as Pakistan and India neared the signing of...
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A Tale of Two Somnath Zutshis!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) If you’re familiar with Charles Dickens’ "A Tale of Two Cities," you might find the story of the two Somnath Zutshis equally...
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

Two Kashmiris Who Played a Pivotal Role in Indian Parliamentary Functioning

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Whenever Parliament session in India is underway, it is essential to remember two great Kashmiris who were pioneers in shaping and...
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Forgotten  Poet’s  Journey from Kashmir to Awadh and Beyond

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the early 1900s, the "Kashmir Darpan" magazine captured the spirit of young Kashmiri poets driven by wanderlust and a deep love...
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